Occupation: Communications, marketing and media

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/MA

This position is responsible for dealing with and responding to VICSES media calls and enquiries, issuing timely information to the media, pitching positive stories proactively and tracking media monitoring services for reporting purposes. Additionally this role will proactively support VICSES spokespeople in the provision of media guidance and key talking points, generate social media content relevant to operational activity and assist with government or stakeholder correspondence.

- $81,496 to $90,227 + 12% Superannuation
- Work for a community based organisation making a real difference

ROLE SUMMARY

Reporting to the Senior Advisor, Media this position is responsible for dealing with and responding to VICSES media calls and enquiries, issuing timely information to the media, pitching positive stories proactively and tracking media monitoring services for reporting purposes.

Additionally, the role will proactively support VICSES spokespeople in the provision of media guidance and key talking points, generate social media content relevant to operational activity and assist with government or stakeholder correspondence.

WHO WE ARE

Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) is a volunteer‑based emergency service. Our highly skilled and equipped volunteers are trained comprehensively in a wide range of emergency environments. To minimise the impact of emergencies when they occur and strengthen the community's capacity to recover swiftly and safely,



VICSES focuses on working with communities and partners in building resilience to achieve more aware, informed and prepared communities. We support them to understand their risk and the relevance of taking action before, during and after emergency events.

As the largest road rescue network in Australia we have specialist teams that provide a 24/7 response to road accident and trauma incidents. We assist Victoria Police in search and rescue operations, and play an important role in supporting the Country Fire Authority (CFA), Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV), Parks Victoria and the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) during major bushfire and emergency incidents.

TO APPLY

Please view the Position Description and submit an application via careers.vic.gov.au. Applications should include a cover letter detailing your relevant skills and experience, along with a current resume or CV.

For further information about the role, please contact Dharni Giri at .

Applications close Thursday, July 23, 2026.

Applications close Monday 27 July 2026 at 11.59pm

VICSES is an equal prospect employer committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable people, upholding the highest standards of integrity and community trust, and leading gender equality in the emergency management sector. All applicants are required to complete the relevant screening processes prior to appointment. VICSES also supports flexible working arrangements, subject to operational and business requirements. For more information on our values, benefits, and recruitment process, please visit ses.vic.gov.au/join-us/careers

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📌 Media Advisor (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne